1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Renault 18 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 18 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
